Chapter 41
SIX MONTHS LATER
Cowboy walked in Jax’s office. "What's up, chief?"
"We got a call from a liaison for the British monarchy. It seems Princess Violet is getting married to a member of the French National Assembly next week, and she’s adamantly refusing to bring her security detail on the honeymoon.
They've asked for someone from HERO Force to travel along on the same cruise, keeping an eye on the royal couple, preferably without their knowledge.”
Cowboy furrowed his brow. "Maybe I'm behind on the tabloid gossip, but I've never even heard of Princess Violet."
"Daughter of Prince Bertram, sixth in line to the British throne."
"Ah. So, like the Beverly Hillbillies of the monarchy."
"That's exactly right." Jax laughed. "I figured you wouldn't mind a working cruise through the Caribbean."
Cowboy leaned back in his chair. "I think I might be able to squeeze it in my schedule."
Jax stood and grabbed his jacket. "Have Logan set you up with the reservation and whatever you'll need for surveillance and possible defense."
"Expecting any trouble?"
"Nope." He walked to the door. "I'm on my way to the doctor." He smiled widely. "Jessa’s got another ultrasound today."
"You guys ever find out the sex?"
"No. Jessa's convinced it’s a girl. I'd be happy either way." He took his keys from a hook on the wall. "Oh, and one more thing. The cruise is for couples only."
Cowboy grinned wickedly. "I think I might be able to find a lady to accompany me."
"Have Logan get somebody from the Academy. Just in case."
Cowboy nodded. "Will do."
"Leo, I've been thinking about bringing some women on full-time. Maybe another SEAL, too. Jessa's really digging in her heels about me spending so much time with HERO Force.”
“Still won’t marry you, huh?”
He shook his head. “Swears she’ll never marry another guy from the team."
"Do you believe her?"
"I think if I cut back my hours, maybe promote a worthy member of the force and hire some new blood, she just might let me slide." He checked his phone. "I've gotta run."
Cowboy stood up. "I'm pretty worthy, you know."
Jax laughed. "Do a good job in the Caribbean. We'll talk when you get back.”